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Saxony-Anhalt Launches Network to Improve Stroke Care
A new network of clinics in northern Saxony-Anhalt, coordinated by the University Medicine Magdeburg, aims to improve stroke patient care through standardized treatment, telemedicine, and a mobile intervention team, addressing the region's high stroke incidence and aging population.
Saxony-Anhalt Launches Network to Improve Stroke Care
A new network of clinics in northern Saxony-Anhalt, coordinated by the University Medicine Magdeburg, aims to improve stroke patient care through standardized treatment, telemedicine, and a mobile intervention team, addressing the region's high stroke incidence and aging population.
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44% Bias Score
Post-Mini-Stroke Fatigue: A Year-Long Impact
A Danish study published in Neurology found that 54% of 354 TIA patients experienced fatigue for up to a year after their mini-stroke, often accompanied by anxiety and depression, highlighting a need for improved post-TIA care.
Post-Mini-Stroke Fatigue: A Year-Long Impact
A Danish study published in Neurology found that 54% of 354 TIA patients experienced fatigue for up to a year after their mini-stroke, often accompanied by anxiety and depression, highlighting a need for improved post-TIA care.
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32% Bias Score
Cannabis Use Linked to Significantly Increased Dementia Risk
A Canadian study of over six million people found a 72% increased risk of dementia among those hospitalized for cannabis-related issues, exceeding alcohol-related risks; this highlights the need for further research into the long-term effects of cannabis use on cognitive health.
Cannabis Use Linked to Significantly Increased Dementia Risk
A Canadian study of over six million people found a 72% increased risk of dementia among those hospitalized for cannabis-related issues, exceeding alcohol-related risks; this highlights the need for further research into the long-term effects of cannabis use on cognitive health.
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48% Bias Score
Heavy Alcohol Consumption Linked to Increased Risk of Brain Damage
A study in Neurology linked weekly consumption of eight or more alcoholic beverages to a 133% higher risk of vascular brain lesions, cognitive decline, and a 13-year shorter lifespan compared to non-drinkers; the risk was also higher for former heavy drinkers.
Heavy Alcohol Consumption Linked to Increased Risk of Brain Damage
A study in Neurology linked weekly consumption of eight or more alcoholic beverages to a 133% higher risk of vascular brain lesions, cognitive decline, and a 13-year shorter lifespan compared to non-drinkers; the risk was also higher for former heavy drinkers.
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40% Bias Score
Mediterranean Diet Improves Cognitive Function in Rats via Gut Microbiota Changes
A study shows that rats fed a Mediterranean diet rich in olive oil, fish, and fiber exhibited improvements in memory, learning, and cognitive flexibility due to changes in beneficial gut bacteria, suggesting a link between gut health and brain function.
Mediterranean Diet Improves Cognitive Function in Rats via Gut Microbiota Changes
A study shows that rats fed a Mediterranean diet rich in olive oil, fish, and fiber exhibited improvements in memory, learning, and cognitive flexibility due to changes in beneficial gut bacteria, suggesting a link between gut health and brain function.
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52% Bias Score
Microplastics Linked to Increased Disability Risk in US Coastal Communities
A study of 218 US coastal counties found a correlation between higher microplastic concentrations in seawater (over 1000 particles/cubic meter in some areas) and a significantly increased risk of various disabilities, including those affecting self-care, mental function, and mobility, with those in ...
Microplastics Linked to Increased Disability Risk in US Coastal Communities
A study of 218 US coastal counties found a correlation between higher microplastic concentrations in seawater (over 1000 particles/cubic meter in some areas) and a significantly increased risk of various disabilities, including those affecting self-care, mental function, and mobility, with those in ...
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28% Bias Score
AI Advances Healthcare Diagnosis, but Challenges Remain
A panel discussion highlights AI's growing role in healthcare, with over 800 radiology applications improving diagnosis and reporting, but acknowledges that AI's capabilities are still developing and that challenges in data integration and access remain.
AI Advances Healthcare Diagnosis, but Challenges Remain
A panel discussion highlights AI's growing role in healthcare, with over 800 radiology applications improving diagnosis and reporting, but acknowledges that AI's capabilities are still developing and that challenges in data integration and access remain.
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36% Bias Score
Cannabis Use Linked to Increased Dementia Risk in Hospitalized Adults
A Canadian study found a concerning link between cannabis-related hospital visits and increased dementia risk: a 23% higher risk for ER visits and a 72% higher risk for hospitalizations within five years, highlighting the need for further research on cannabis use and long-term health.
Cannabis Use Linked to Increased Dementia Risk in Hospitalized Adults
A Canadian study found a concerning link between cannabis-related hospital visits and increased dementia risk: a 23% higher risk for ER visits and a 72% higher risk for hospitalizations within five years, highlighting the need for further research on cannabis use and long-term health.
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48% Bias Score
Excessive Alcohol Consumption Linked to Increased Risk of Brain Damage
A study of over 1700 deceased individuals found that drinking eight or more alcoholic beverages weekly significantly increases the risk of hyaline arteriolosclerosis, a brain condition impacting memory and cognition; even former heavy drinkers showed increased risk.
Excessive Alcohol Consumption Linked to Increased Risk of Brain Damage
A study of over 1700 deceased individuals found that drinking eight or more alcoholic beverages weekly significantly increases the risk of hyaline arteriolosclerosis, a brain condition impacting memory and cognition; even former heavy drinkers showed increased risk.
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52% Bias Score
Dutch Hospital Tests Remote Neurological Exams to Combat Specialist Shortages
Isala hospital in Meppel, Netherlands, is testing remote neurological examinations using a specialized camera system to diagnose stroke patients with two neurologists—one on-site and one remote—to alleviate specialist shortages, starting in April.
Dutch Hospital Tests Remote Neurological Exams to Combat Specialist Shortages
Isala hospital in Meppel, Netherlands, is testing remote neurological examinations using a specialized camera system to diagnose stroke patients with two neurologists—one on-site and one remote—to alleviate specialist shortages, starting in April.
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32% Bias Score
Global Parkinson's Cases to More Than Double by 2050
A new study projects a more than doubling of the global Parkinson's disease burden to 25.2 million cases by 2050, driven by aging populations and population growth, with the fastest increase in sub-Saharan Africa (292%), highlighting the urgent need for new treatments and social support.
Global Parkinson's Cases to More Than Double by 2050
A new study projects a more than doubling of the global Parkinson's disease burden to 25.2 million cases by 2050, driven by aging populations and population growth, with the fastest increase in sub-Saharan Africa (292%), highlighting the urgent need for new treatments and social support.
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24% Bias Score
Physical Activity Significantly Lowers Risk of Multiple Diseases
A study of 73,411 UK adults found that moderate-to-intense physical activity (at least 3 METs) reduced the risk of dementia, stroke, anxiety, depression, and sleep disorders by 14-40%, while increased sedentary time raised the risk by 5-54%.
Physical Activity Significantly Lowers Risk of Multiple Diseases
A study of 73,411 UK adults found that moderate-to-intense physical activity (at least 3 METs) reduced the risk of dementia, stroke, anxiety, depression, and sleep disorders by 14-40%, while increased sedentary time raised the risk by 5-54%.
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32% Bias Score
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